COUN 520 - Professional Issues: Rehabilitation Counseling

3 cr.

Identification of the principles underlying rehabilitation, including history, philosophy, structure, and legislation. Study of the rehabilitation process from referral through follow-along activities. Concepts regarding legal issues, professional ethics, consumer advocacy, personal philosophy, community organization and the team concept are presented through a combination of guest lecturers and seminars. Field experience in supported employment with business and industry will be required.